beat social anxiety

I am frustrated because my social anxiety holds me back from speaking french. Every time I have to read out loud french in class or speak french I blank and get so nervous and angry that I feel like I will have a panic attack (I sometimes do).

Has anyone else had this problem. How did you overcome it.

Just another example of how social anxiety gets in the way of progress..

Social anxiety goes into overdrive. It’s mostly because of the french language, which just makes me feel so socially awkward, it’s impossible to feel normal when I can’t interact. Plus I feel pressured to learn quickly.. but that’s imagined. I am reading a panic work book which could potentially help. I force myself to go out while we are here sometimes, it’s hard and doesn’t feel worthwhile but louis assures me it is important to expose myself to my fears. That way I can see that there is nothing to be afraid of!
Still I can’t say it’s easy.
I’ve been of the drugs for a long time now, while at home in NS anxiety is non existent for some reason.

I’ve been on Lexapro for 2 weeks now, there has been no side effects and it really seems to be helping me.
I have been sleeping more soundly, have less mood swings, cry way less often, and am now able to get up and do things. I stopped worrying constantly, and stay in bed less often, everyday situations and social activities are a million times easier to handle. I haven’t had many panic attacks since starting. I was even able to buy a bathing suit (which would always trigger attacks before), wear it, go tubing and swimming! I am so proud of myself!

I started Cipralex (ie: Escitalopram) today. I am a bit nervous but hopeful. Anyone have an experience with this drug?

If so what triggered it? What was it like? Lets share our stories. I had a bad one the other night and it scared me!